Episodi

  • The Change
    May 4 2026

    A self help guru returns to Harford to share his wisdom. But the question is, is he ready to learn from the town?


    This episode was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Atlantis Particles by Johann Erickson.


    If you like the show, please rate and review it, share it with a friend or consider supporting the show here https://ko-fi.com/harford


    You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com.

    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    14 min
  • The Competition
    Mar 30 2026

    A man dreams of a better life but is held back by his family. Then one day he wins a competition that sets him on a new path and into a world of the elites.


    You can support the show by visiting https://ko-fi.com/harford, sharing the show with a friend or rating and reviewing it.


    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10 to 14 minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com.

    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    16 min
  • The Corporation
    Feb 27 2026

    A man starts to understand the influence companies have over his life. But instead of fighting it, he decides to embrace it, and opens himself up to market forces.


    You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. To support the show visit https://ko-fi.com/harford

    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    12 min
  • The Mascot
    Jan 29 2026

    The town rallies around a new mascot. But the man in the suit starts to think that maybe the reason he’s been selected for the role isn’t as simple as it once appeared.


    The Mascot was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Sylvan Harmony by Syntropy


    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    14 min
  • The Drift
    Dec 28 2025

    THE DRIFT: A man lies awake at night, thinking about his life. He starts to suspect the problem isn’t him, it’s the system. Everything seems to function, but nothing actually works.


    The Drift was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is The illusion of choosing by polar nights.


    You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. To support the show visit https://ko-fi.com/harford

    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    12 min
  • The Meeting
    Nov 28 2025

    The Meeting: A man in crisis seeks guidance from a mysterious figure in a kaftan. But his search for personal growth causes serious problems. The Meeting was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Analog Dreams by Blue Saga


    You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. To support the show visit https://ko-fi.com/harford

    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    13 min
  • The Bomb
    Oct 30 2025

    The Bomb: The corrupting influence of local politics takes its toll on a man. His plan to protect the town gets out of hand and a small lie has geopolitical consequences.

    The bomb was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Cosmic Psychiatry by Brendon Moeller


    You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. To support the show visit https://ko-fi.com/harford

    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    14 min
  • The Stag
    Sep 3 2025

    The Stag: A best man turns a stag do into a philosophical examination of both freedom and bondage.


    This episode was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Oppression by Amaranth Cove and Blue by Shinji Wakasa.


    You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. To support the show visit https://ko-fi.com/harford

    Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper


    Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.”


    Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford


    Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    19 min